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Taser CEO says police can replace guns with nonlethal weapons by 2030

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Taser CEO says police can replace guns with nonlethal weapons by 2030

The co-creator of the Taser hinted that law enforcement could trade Glocks in for nonlethal weapons within a decade as technology continues to advance.

Rick Smith, co-creator of the Taser and CEO of its manufacturer, Axon, believes the company will be able to create an electric stun gun in 10 years that could offer a replacement to police pistols, he said.

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